I am not a very mushy person. It is hard for me to express my appreciation and affection for others verbally. It makes me feel squirrely and
I am crazy lucky. I have been married 23 years and to still feel incredibly happy to be sharing my life and family with Twain. He has always encouraged me to follow my dreams even when it has cost him dearly. I wanted kids. I wanted to move to Maine. I wanted to travel. I wanted to return to school to get my Masters degree. I wanted a dog, He always simply says, “If you can make it work, you should do it.” Okay, maybe he didn’t say that about the dog, maybe I fought for that, but…
So, this bike trip. He has been encouraging me for years. I have been fantasizing about it forever, but reality kept pulling me home. What about the money? What about us? What about his dreams? Shouldn’t I be pulling my fair share? But, he has never wavered. He has consistently told me that we will find a
He believes that this ride could be a game changer for Oakley. All of Oakley’s energy could be harnessed and used to build his confidence and appreciation of the world instead of it being viewed as too much and something for which he is constantly being scolded for. Twain wants Oakley and me to be happy and to experience life to it’s fullest.
Our family will be stressed because of this trip. Twain may have to turn our home into a bed and breakfast while we are away to help cover costs. We may have to take out a loan. He will have to take care of our dog (the one that I had to fight for), and he will continue to go to work every day. even though he also loves adventure. But, he says “Go,” “I will be here.”
Either he is an incredibly generous person or….he he has a shady ulterior motive. I chose to believe the first. I love him. That’s it. I wish we could all be so generous to each other.
Awwwww…very sweet.
Leah, This trip will be a life and a game changer for all of you and I would venture to say a positive one. I am a believer that things will work out and they always seem to. You and Twain are wonderful for each other. It’s not hard to see that. As Hunter Thompson said “Buy the ticket and take the ride.” I, for one, am rooting for you and Oakley and Twain. Have wonderful holidays. See you in June.
Marsha
I remember when meeting Twain that I was impressed with his reliance on your competence and general respect for you. Glad you’re cared for in a generous way!
He is so thoughtful and generous!
He is generous, even in a pink tutu! I agree with Marsha, go for it!
I love this. I’m routing for you.
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Praises for your heart, Leah, and for Twain, a perfect song! I teared up with the “Go” “I’ll be here.” According to the image included, he will be a magically tidy bed n breakfast host <3 <3 <3
The pink tutu got me at the get go!
What a great son-in-law and ballerine?
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Hurray for Twain!!!
So beautiful, Leah. I think you have a wonderful way of expressing yourself verbally. Reaches my heart every time. Loving all of you, Rachel
awww…
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Well, this made my day! What a wonderful appreciation of Twain!
Really looking forward to following your amazing adventure. You’re way braver than I am!
I haven’t done anything yet!
Looking forward to hearing about your adventure!
It will be a treat to follow along with your blog- what an adventure!
Leah and Oakley, What a great adventure you’ve got lined up! Best of luck. Don’t forget the sun screen and tire repair kit. 🙂
Please add us to the “notify me” list as we are eager to read about progress next year ! Barbara and Chris
I am counting the days!